Lentil Fritters
Crispy, spiced lentil fritters that are perfect as a snack or appetizer. Serve with ketchup for dipping.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Rinse the 1 cup red lentils and soak in 2 cups water for 30 minutes. Drain well.
Step 2
In a food processor, blend the drained lentils, 1 chopped onion, 10 curry leaves, 1 tsp garam masala, and 1 tsp salt until a coarse paste forms.
Step 3
Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high until a drop of batter sizzles, about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Drop tablespoonfuls of the lentil mixture into the hot oil, frying in batches without crowding, until golden brown and crisp, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
Step 5
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with 0.5 cup ketchup for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- food processor
- deep pan
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
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